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Carla Laemmle

Oct 20, 1909 - Jun 12, 2014 (104 years old) in Chicago, Illinois, USA

Rebekah Isabelle Laemmle (October 20, 1909 – June 12, 2014), known professionally as Carla Laemmle, was an American actress and dancer, and the niece of Universal Pictures studio founder Carl Laemmle. As an actress and dancer, she is known primarily for her roles in The Phantom of the Opera (1925) and Dracula (1931). At the time of her death, she was one of the last surviving actors of the silent film era, with her career spanning nearly 90 years, also with one of the longest gaps.

Laemmle died at her home in Los Angeles at the age of 104 on June 12, 2014. She never married nor had children, but was the companion of actor-writer Raymond Cannon until his death in 1977. She was buried at Home of Peace Cemetery (East Los Angeles).

Known For

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The Phantom of the Opera
Prima Ballerina (uncredited)
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Dracula
Coach Passenger (uncredited)
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Moguls & Movie Stars: A History of Hollywood
Self
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The Broadway Melody
Specialty Dancer (uncredited)
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The Perfect Scary Movie
Self
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A History of Horror
Coach Passenger
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On Your Toes
Ballet Dancer
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Universal Horror
Self - Interviewee
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The Vampire Hunters Club
Elder Vampire
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Uncle Tom's Cabin
Auction Spectator (uncredited)

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